The 7 Best Murphy Beds for Small Apartments and Spare Bedrooms

The Kikihouse Murphy Cabinet Bed is a budget-friendly way to add a full-size sleeping space to a guest room, home office, or small apartment without permanently sacrificing floor space. When it’s not in use, the bed folds into a compact white cabinet with built-in storage, including two drawers and a top shelf for linens, pillows, and other essentials.

Motion-sensor lights make it easier to navigate the room at night, while a built-in charging station with two USB ports keeps devices within reach. Fold-down side shelves also provide convenient spots for a phone or a glass of water. Assembly is required, and you’ll need to supply your own compatible folding mattress.

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DIY Murphy bed projects can be a lot cheaper if you’re willing to build the bed platform and cabinetry yourself. This kit includes all the hardware you need to create a safe wall bed system with the flexibility to design and build everything else yourself.

It also includes step-by-step instructions for building the bed and a list of the materials you’ll need. If you get stuck reading the paper or PDF instructions, watch the provided videos to help troubleshoot. It’s available in vertical and horizontal orientations, and it comes with a lifetime warranty.

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Avoid the installation process altogether with this chest-style cabinet bed from Night & Day Furniture, which has a much smaller footprint than traditional vertical or horizontal Murphy beds.

Made from solid hardwood with a cherry finish, it resembles a classic chest and cleverly conceals a fold-out, cot-size mattress inside. There’s even room to store sheets, pillows, and a blanket.

While you have to reassemble the bed each time you open it, it is among the most affordable and least cumbersome options we reviewed. Bonus: It comes with a 6-inch memory-foam mattress for added comfort.

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This Murphy bed combines a solid wood frame, durable pine slats, and a 1,000-pound weight limit for excellent stability and mattress support. Its sleek white design with black trim adds style, while practical extras enhance its functionality.

Ideal for dorms or studio apartments, it features an integrated desk and ample storage, including reversible shelving and a mix of open and closed cabinets to keep spaces tidy and organized. Once folded into its compact armoire, it frees up valuable floor space, making it a smart alternative to a loft bed for small living areas.

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This foldaway unit delivers what a Murphy bed should: a no-nonsense frame that fits in an existing closet and folds completely out of sight when not in use.

Engineered from commercial-grade tubular steel with a white powder-coated finish, it offers exceptional durability and supports up to 1,500 pounds. The European slat system provides excellent mattress support, and the bed comes in Twin, Full, and Queen sizes—a range rarely seen in this category. A lifetime warranty adds to its value and reinforces its sturdy design.

For those without closet space, you can also wall-mount it or tuck it into a niche, though the exposed slats when folded may bother some. It’s on the pricier side, but the quality and longevity justify the investment.

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